Samuel habla en nombre de Dios - Episodio 5

Summary

In this story, Samuel speaks to the people of Israel on behalf of God, reminding them of God's faithfulness throughout their history. Despite their repeated disobedience and idol worship, God always forgave and saved them. The people of Israel demanded a king, and God granted their request by appointing Saul. Samuel warns them that they must still obey God and their king. After a divine sign of thunder and rain, the people repent, feeling reassured that God still loves them. Samuel promises to continue guiding them in serving God wholeheartedly, urging them to avoid idolatry.

Takeaways

• 😀 Samuel speaks on behalf of God to the people of Israel, reminding them of God's faithfulness.
• 😀 The memory verse is from 1 Samuel 12:22, which highlights God's love for His people.
• 😀 God rejoices in having made us His children, as exemplified in the story of Israel's relationship with God.
• 😀 The Israelites desired a king, replacing God's direct leadership, which saddened God.
• 😀 Samuel was God's chosen leader for Israel, and he reminded the people of God's past acts of kindness.
• 😀 Samuel recounts the history of God's deliverance, from Egypt to the times of the judges, highlighting Israel's repeated disobedience.
• 😀 Despite their failures, God repeatedly forgave Israel when they turned back to Him and sought His help.
• 😀 Samuel reminds the Israelites that although they have a king, they must still obey God's commands.
• 😀 Samuel warns that there will be consequences for their actions, as seen when God sends thunder and rain to show His displeasure.
• 😀 The people repent, realizing their mistake in asking for a king, and are reassured that God still calls them His people.
• 😀 Samuel promises to continue praying for the people and teaching them how to walk in God's ways, emphasizing the importance of serving God wholeheartedly.

Q & A

What is the key verse for memorization in this story?

The key verse is 1 Samuel 12:22, which says, 'For the sake of His great name, the Lord was pleased to make you His own people.'

What does the message of the story highlight?

The message emphasizes that God is happy to have made His people His children, and that they should always remember and serve Him.

Why did the people of Israel ask for a king?

The people of Israel asked for a king because they wanted to be like other nations and have a leader who could rule over them, rather than relying directly on God.

How did Samuel respond to the people's request for a king?

Samuel spoke to God about their request, and God granted them a king, choosing Saul. Samuel then reminded the people of Israel about God’s previous faithfulness and their disobedience.

What event occurred during the celebration of Saul's coronation?

During Saul's coronation, Samuel, Saul, and all the people gathered at Gilgal for a celebration, offering sacrifices and worshiping God.

What did Samuel ask the people to reflect on during his speech?

Samuel asked the people if he had ever wronged or deceived them, reminding them of God’s faithfulness in rescuing Israel multiple times, even when they turned away to idol worship.

What lesson did Samuel try to teach the people about following a king?

Samuel taught the people that while they may not always agree with the king's decisions, they should still obey him as long as they also continue to serve and obey God.

What sign did Samuel ask God to send to show the people that they had done wrong?

Samuel asked God to send thunder and rain as a sign to show the people that they had done wrong in asking for a king instead of relying on God for leadership.

How did the people react when they saw the sign of thunder and rain?

The people were frightened and acknowledged that they had sinned by asking for a king. They begged Samuel to pray to God for them and not to let them be punished further.

What was Samuel's reassurance to the people after their repentance?

Samuel reassured the people that despite their mistake, they were still God's chosen people, and he would continue to pray for them and guide them on the right path.